Colombia: top aide implicates Samper
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Botero claimed that Samper knowingly accepted campaign contributions from members of the Cali drug cartel in a television interview in Jan 1996. Botero previously backed Samper's disclaimer about the contributions. Public reaction was strong, calling for Samper's resignation.
Publication Name: Facts on File
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0014-6641
Year: 1996
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Banker's plea threatens Clinton aide
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Former Arkansas bank president Neal Ainley pleaded guilty to two violations of financial disclosure law. The investigation showed a possible link between Ainley and Bruce Lindsey, longtime aide to Pres Clinton, and a possible connection with the murky Whitewater affair.
Publication Name: Facts on File
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0014-6641
Year: 1995
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Oil spill threatens environment
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The Sea Empress struck ground on Feb 15, 1996, in the Celtic Sea near Wales. The ship lost 65,000 tons of oil before the spill could be contained, and environmentalists disagree as to how much environmental damage could result. The accident was blamed on human error.
Publication Name: Facts on File
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0014-6641
Year: 1996
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